Salary: $21.63 to $24.04
Status: Full-time, non-exempt

Probation: 90-day

Benefits: Temporary position will receive sick leave and holiday
The mission of the Institute for Public Strategies (IPS) is to work alongside communities to build power,
challenge systems of inequity, protect health, and improve quality of life.
IPS is a diverse, inclusive workplace, where employees are valued and respected for their different perspectives,
experiences, backgrounds, and contributions. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender
identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Accommodations
will be made for individuals with disabilities who are otherwise qualified and able to perform the functions of this
position.
The Institute for Public Strategies (IPS) is seeking a temporary full-time Prevention Specialist for a program that
focuses on preventing substance use disorders and related harms using equity-centric community-level strategies. This
position requires a creative problem solver who can manage the details without losing sight of the big picture. The
candidate must work well in a diverse team with varying ideas and work styles. This position is based out of Mission
Valley in San Diego and serves the South Bay Region of San Diego County. This position ends September 29, 2024.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Assist with the coordination of coalition and action team activities, which include but are not limited to meeting
facilitation, recruitment, engagement, organizing special events and meetings to further the objectives of the
coalition, and providing group and workshop facilitation;

2. Conduct research, public policy analysis, and translate research on issues impacting the program’s target
population to laypersons;

3. Assist with media advocacy campaigns, including the development of social media components and
traditional media, such as authoring Op-Eds;

4. Event Coordinator: the annual P4S South Bay Summer Festival
5. Present our publications with meticulous and consistent detail;
6. Connect with high-level policymakers and decision-makers in and around the South Region of San Diego
7. Other duties as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
1. Experience in a combination of the following areas preferred: population-level substance misuse prevention

strategies, public health, public policy, public affairs, strategic planning, land use and planning, strategic planning
2. Up to 1-year leadership experience or demonstrated exceptional performance
3. Demonstrated ability in building community capacity, coalition building, policy development, and providing training

and technical assistance
4. Ability to establish culturally sensitive working relationships with Latino populations of all ages and background
5. Ability to convey public policy information to Latino populations of all ages and background in a way that is both

culturally and linguistically appropriate.
6. Flexibility - ability to adapt to change quickly
7. Willing and able to work periodic weekends and/or evenings, as well as travel
8. Excellent computer skills and knowledge, including word processing, PowerPoint, desktop publishing software and

WordPress
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Familiar with the Southern Region of San Diego County
This job description describes the general nature and level of work of this position. This is not a complete list of all
responsibilities, duties and skills required. All IPS employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal
responsibilities from time to time.
Must have a valid California Driver’s License and an insured, reliable vehicle to use during work.
Position will require FBI background check/fingerprinting and drug testing. However, lived experience should not deter
anyone from applying.
To apply, please send cover letter and resume to preventionspecialist@publicstrategies.org in a single PDF.